new delhi, Aug 19
The Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) on Tuesday announced the official match schedule for the upcoming Asia Cup to be held from August 29 to September 7 in Rajgir, Bihar, India.
The continental championship will not only crown the best team in Asia but also the winners of Asia Cup 2025 will qualify for the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium–Netherlands 2026.
The tournament will open on August 29 with an exciting day of action, featuring reigning champions South Korea beginning their title defence against Chinese Taipei at 11:00 am, and hosts India facing China at 15:00 in front of an expected passionate home crowd.
The participating nations are divided into two pools: Pool A consists of India, Japan, China and Kazakhstan, while Pool B includes Malaysia, South Korea, Bangladesh and Chinese Taipei. The pool stage will be followed by the Super4s, with the final scheduled for September 7 between the teams finishing first and second in the Super4s.
The champion will lift the Asia Cup 2025 Trophy and secure a spot at the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium–Netherlands 2026.
Commenting on the schedule, AHF President Fumio Ogura said: “The Asia Cup Rajgir Bihar 2025 will bring together the very best of Asian hockey.
With World Cup qualification on the line, every match will carry enormous importance. We are confident this edition will showcase thrilling competition, inspire millions of fans, and leave a lasting legacy for the sport in Asia.”
The Asia Cup promises 10 days of world-class hockey action, bringing together Asia’s finest teams to showcase their skills, speed and determination in pursuit of continental glory and a place on the World Cup stage.
